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Modern home design articlesenVeerle PietersCopyright 2016Thu, 25 Aug 2016 12:08:21 UTCAn app controlled bicycle called Volatahttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/modern-home-design/~3/Sjy09z6IUGQ/an_app_controlled_bicycle_called_volata
http://veerle.duoh.com/modernhomedesign/article/an_app_controlled_bicycle_called_volata#When:12:08With the <a href="http://www.apple.com/iphone/">iPhone</a> and apps being around for many years you would think that technology would trickle down to most other industries. When you examine the bicycle industry there aren’t any of the mainstream brands exploring that area of technology just yet. There are many exciting things that can be done and that’s where the <strong>Volata</strong> comes in.<div class="col1234"><img src="http://images.veerle.duoh.com/uploads/home-article-images/Volata-Urban_highres.jpg" alt="" height="618" width="927" /></div>
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<h3>Integration of technology</h3>
<p>You could buy a case for phone and put that on your bike but that’s a bit bulky and not always very practical. I’m more for something smaller like what <strong>Volata</strong> is doing here. If you are anything like me you want to keep your bicycle slick. Here’s what Founder <em>Marco Salvioli</em> says on that topic.</p>
<blockquote><p>Some features, like navigation, tracking and forecast can be provided by a smartphone mounted on the handlebar, but this would require the user to mount and dismount their phone on the bike every time, open multiple apps, use the smartphone’s battery and it’s sensitive to weather conditions. We’ve followed an approach closer to Apple Car Play or Android Auto, where some logics run in the smartphone that stays in the rider’s pocket, and the bike’s built-in display shows such information without the user to turn anything on and off — without fragmenting the riding experience.</p></blockquote>
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<h4>Integrated computer</h4>
<p>Volata’s <em>2.4 inch</em> screen <em>180dpi</em> display is integrated into the CNC aluminium stem. Just like a Garmin or similar add-on computer it can track ride info such as <em>speed</em>, <em>altitude</em> and <em>heart rate</em>. Wasn’t clear if it tracks <em>cadence</em> too. Other inclusions are <em>turn by turn navigation</em>, <em>weather</em>, <em>music</em> and display any incoming notifications from your phone. It’s all (thumb) controlled by a joystick sitting atop the righthand handlebar grip to allow input while keeping hands on the handlebar and eyes on the road.</p>
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<h4>Automated GPS tracking</h4>
<p>The <strong>Volata</strong> automatically identifies the beginning of a new ride and tracks it with its <em>built-in GPS</em>, so you can review it later on your smartphone. Wasn’t clear if you can upload to <a href="https://strava.com/">Strava</a> directly if your ride is done. That same <em>GPS locator</em> is also used by the <em>embedded anti-theft system</em> that notifies you real-time of any suspicious activities, wherever you are. This way you always know where your bike is and it can show you if your bike is moving. A <em>motion detector</em> continuously monitors your bike for potential theft when you lock the bike and when there’s a theft attempt an alarm will activate and you will be notified immediately via your smartphone.</p>
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<h4>Censored lights, horn and self-charging battery</h4>
<p>The aforementioned features need juice to function so there’s a need for a battery. There’s a self-charging battery that automatically charges thanks to a front dynamo hub if you ride your bike often enough. When that’s not the case you can charge it via <em>micro USB</em>. Battery level is shown on the display. The old school bell is replaced by a <strong>horn</strong> that features a <em>96 decibel</em> sound. The <strong>Volata</strong> has integrated dual front lights with <em>two bright LED</em> modules that partially is oriented on the spokes to increase side visibility. The <em>seven LED</em> rear light is also designed into the frame and has a curved shape to increase side visibility.</p>
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<h4>Frame & drive train</h4>
<p>The Volata has a <strong>7005 aluminum frame</strong> that supposedly has the perfect balance between stiffness and comfort and the carbon fork is inspired by gravel bikes with clearance for tires up until <em>35mm</em> and they claim its strength is enough to take you everywhere, no matter how rough the road is. Movement is done by a <a href="http://www.gatescarbondrive.com/">Gates Carbon Drive</a> <em>belt system</em> connected to a <a href="http://bike.shimano.com/content/sac-bike/en/home/components11/city---comfort/alfine-di21.html">Shimano Alfine Di2</a> <em>electronic shifting</em> rear hub for low-maintenance durability.</p>
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<h3>Thoughts</h3>
<p>First thing that came to mind when I saw the beautiful integrated stem was; what about <em>rider position</em>? Geometry and riding position is a very important part when you want to ride a bike comfortably. At first sight it wasn’t clear but when I looked deeper they say there will be different versions of the stem available so you can adjust your riding position. Frame sizes come in S, M, L, XL and two colors, white and grey. Another thought was how much does it weigh? I was only able to find the weight for a size M frame, <strong>10,6kg</strong> (23.37 lb).</p>
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<p>I’m all for clean aesthetics but a commuter bicycle without mudguards or storage sounds quite illogical. However it looks like they are designing a series of extensions that won’t compromise its looks. It’s marked as coming soon. They claim it’s ready for any type of road but that’s quite hard to judge if you haven’t ridden one. Seems like a beautiful fun bike but without actually riding it on the <em>Flemish Ardennes cobbles</em> I wouldn’t buy it online. Love the idea and the looks of the <strong>Volata</strong> though, but there are many hurdles to overcome. Maintenance is another. Whatever you do, there will be some service needed as electronica isn’t flawless as we all know. The drive train parts can be serviced by a bike shop that understands <a href="http://bike.shimano.com/">Shimano</a>.</p>
<p>So what about price? It’s not available yet but you can reserve one for <strong>$299</strong> at <a href="http://www.volatacycles.com/">www.volatacycles.com</a>. That’s only the amount for a reservation though as you’ll need to pay <strong>$3200</strong> upon delivery. Delivery is expected around <em>July 2017</em>. Price seems fair for that kind of technology and materials.</p>
</div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/modern-home-design/~4/Sjy09z6IUGQ" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Biking,Thu, 25 Aug 2016 12:08 UTChttp://veerle.duoh.com/modernhomedesign/article/an_app_controlled_bicycle_called_volata#When:12:08The Origami Canoehttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/modern-home-design/~3/1-vT_4CiR34/the_origami_canoe
http://veerle.duoh.com/modernhomedesign/article/the_origami_canoe#When:14:09Water lovers that like to canoe will love the following I think. Imagine that you could take your canoe everywhere as it is compact & transportable and you can assemble it in very little time. Sounds like science fiction isn’t it? A Ghent, Belgium based start-up introduced it.<div class="col1234"><img src="http://images.veerle.duoh.com/uploads/home-article-images/onak-unfold.jpg" alt="" height="628" width="942" class="noborder" /></div>
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<h3>Meet ONAK</h3>
<p><a href="http://onakcanoes.com/">ONAK</a> is a full sized foldable canoe inspired by origami designs. Perfect for storage in a city apartment or to take with you if you use public transport for example. Created for the canals in the city or for exploring the waterways of the great outdoors. Once in the water the canoe is 465 cm (183 in) long by 85 cm (33.5 in) wide and is designed to carry about 200 kg (440 lb), which should be enough for two adults, a child and some gear. Once folded back up the roller case has these measurements: 120 x 40 x 25cm (47 x 15.7 x 10 in) and weights about 17 kg (37 lb). The founders fully tested it by doing a tour through Europe and beyond.</p>
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<h2>Kickstarter</h2>
<p>The project was launched on July 1st on <a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/onakcanoes/onak-the-origami-foldable-canoe">Kickstarter</a> and was successfully funded yesterday with €235.230. You can <a href="http://onakcanoes.com/pre-order/">pre-order</a> one for €1295 (€1195 without paddles).</p>
</div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/modern-home-design/~4/1-vT_4CiR34" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Exterior,Tue, 02 Aug 2016 14:09 UTChttp://veerle.duoh.com/modernhomedesign/article/the_origami_canoe#When:14:09Concept Househttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/modern-home-design/~3/00VcVgKwKaU/concept_house
http://veerle.duoh.com/modernhomedesign/article/concept_house#When:06:53If you love minimal achitecture you’ll love this house by <a href="http://caan.be/">CAAN</a> architecten from Ghent, Belgium. The house is situated at the Belgian coast in Oostduinkerke and is a collaboration between my client <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/">Designcollectors</a> and <a href="http://www.rietveldprojects.be/nl/fotos/woning-mc">Rietveld Projects</a>.<div class="col1234"><img src="http://images.veerle.duoh.com/uploads/home-article-images/concept-house.png" alt="" height="2245" width="927" /></div>
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<p><strong>CAAN</strong> designed a tight arrangement in a L shape. The longest side of the L shape houses all the large living spaces such as lounge, kitchen, dining area, office, playroom, … The shortest side has all the nighttime areas. The house officially has 3 storages, but if you look closely you’ll count more. It’s a structure with a lot of diagonal lines, an idea by the architects. The entrance is done in <strong>Afrormosia</strong>, a personal touch by the owners. That same wood is also used for window frames, wardrobes, staircases and parquet. It adds warmth to the concrete and glass. Another eye catcher is the terrace with an open dome for spending time outdoors.</p>
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<h3>Let’s look inside</h3>
<p>This is the house of Charlotte and her husband Thomas and their children Willem and Olivia. The interior design focuses on distinct furniture elements and artwork. Inside it’s mostly white, a neutral color palette that is timeless. That doesn’t mean there isn’t any color in the house as you’ll notice in the pictures. Color touches come from the artwork, furniture or a flower bouquet. The furniture inside is literally a showcase for the online shop <strong>Designcollectors</strong> that Charlotte runs together with her sister Tine. It’s a webshop that was founded seven years ago with 3 major design brands; <strong>Vitra</strong>, <strong>Artek</strong> and <strong>Thonet</strong>. When you are this close to the ‘source’ it’s only natural you use the products for your own house and who wouldn’t. I can imagine it’s very tempting to be surrounded by all this beautiful design.</p>
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<p>View on the large living area from the kitchen.</p>
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<div class="col234"><p>The Afrormosia window frames that stick out add a nice visual effect. The lamp on the floor in the picture on the right is ‘<strong>Glo Ball</strong>’ by Jasper Morrison made by Flos.</p></div>
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<p>DKR chairs from Charles & Ray Eames combined with a vintage table ‘Tulip’ by Eero Aarnio (Knoll) and armchair ‘401’ by Alvar Alto with selected Hella Jongerius fabrics.</p>
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<blockquote class="special"><p>The kitchen has a central part in the living area and the large windows flood the space with natural light.</p></blockquote>
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<p>‘RAR’ swing chair & office chair ‘Alu chair 104 Hopsak’ both by Charles & Ray Eames. Office ‘Desk S 1200’ by Thonet.</p>
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<p>Garden table ‘Gargantua’ by Dirk Wynants for Extremis. ‘Elephant Stool’ by Sori Yanagi and chair ‘06’ by Maarten Van Severen.</p>
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<p>‘Mariposa’ bench by Barber & Osgerby and cushions by Alexander Girad. ‘Coffee table’ by Isamu Noguchi and ‘Rotary Tray’ by Jasper Morrison. ‘Plywood’ chairs from Charles & Ray Eames. The black table lamp ‘Coupe’ by Joe Colombo (Oluce). Artwork on the wall by Joris Ghekiere.</p>
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<p>The house is situated close to the dunes and the way the sunlight beams off them is quite magical says Charlotte. To celebrate the launch of this Concept House there’s a temporary discount of <strong>15% off</strong> in place on furniture from inside the house. You can discover them <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/products-promotion/">here</a> and it runs until June 22. Hope you enjoyed this little tour.</p>
<p class="small">Photography by Bieke Claessens</p>
</div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/modern-home-design/~4/00VcVgKwKaU" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Exterior, Interior,Fri, 03 Jun 2016 06:53 UTChttp://veerle.duoh.com/modernhomedesign/article/concept_house#When:06:53Aster commuter backpackhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/modern-home-design/~3/UGWDve_WavE/aster_commuter_backpack
http://veerle.duoh.com/modernhomedesign/article/aster_commuter_backpack#When:13:28I personally don’t have to commute to the office, but if I did I would consider a practical and safe solution to pack all my items. This is where <strong>Aster</strong> comes in. It’s a commuter backpack that comes with safety elements like integrated bike lights, turn signals and automatic brake indicators.<div class="col1234"><img src="http://images.veerle.duoh.com/uploads/home-article-images/aster-1.jpg" alt="Aster backpack" height="618" width="927" /></div>
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<h3>Turn Signals and Automatic Brake Indication</h3>
<p>The backpack tries to address the causes for accidents while riding at night. When looked at up front, the Aster has <em>LED’s</em> in each shoulder strap, which can be adjusted up and down to suit your pedalling position and are intended to help reduce those ‘door-me-not’ incidents. On the sides, two narrow fabric panels light up to provide profile lighting, and on the rear there’s a multi-function panel with a diamond-shaped arrangement of <em>16 LED’s</em> that either blink or stay on, and chevrons on either side to act as turn signals and a brake indicator. It’s all USB-rechargeable and has a 4,000 mAh in-built battery that should last 10–15 hours in a default setting.</p>
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<h4>Mobile app and Sidekick</h4>
<p>It wouldn’t be a modern backpack if there wasn’t a smartphone app that is <em>Android</em> and <em>iOS</em> compatible. The application can be used to adjust the brightness of the lights, check battery life and enable the anti-theft protection features. It’s an additional layer of security over and above your existing bike lock. By using the <strong>Lumos app</strong> and the <strong>Sidekick</strong> handlebar-unit, you can lock your bike in its place with one tap. When your bicycle is moved for more than 5 seconds while it is locked you’ll get an alarm on your phone. This functionality is offered through the accelerometer built into the handlebar unit. The lights can also be switched on from Sidekick itself so you don’t need to access the application.</p>
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<h4>Rider Safety & commuter-specific compartments</h4>
<p>Another safety feature is a information slot with an ‘<em>In Case of Emergency</em>’ that provides helpful info like blood type, allergens and emergency contact numbers in case of a crash. Aster also has a minimalist helmet holder, a whistle buckle, tuck-away U-lock holder loops, zippered bottle pockets, and a rain-cover. The bag comes in 18 or 24 liter options. The main zipper opens corner to corner allowing easy packing and selective access. The top to bottom side pockets on both sides provide room for a 15.6 inch laptop, 1L water bottle, pump etc. There’s a quick access pocket too. A smart addition is the detachable internal shoe compartment that can be used to store dirty shoes or wet cloths or used beach gear separately from the rest of your belongings. Anyone who rides outside in the rain knows how dirty stuff can get. Luckily this backpack is easy cleanable. A must for a daily commute companion.</p>
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<p>The <strong>Aster</strong> will come in <strong>Avatar Blue</strong> or <strong>Dark Knight</strong> (black), both backpacks have reflective patterns to further aid visibility. The <a href="https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/aster-world-s-safest-cycling-backpack#/">Indiegogo campaign</a> is currently <em>83% funded</em> and you can pre-order Aster with the Sidekick remote control for <strong>$99 USD</strong>.</p>
</div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/modern-home-design/~4/UGWDve_WavE" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Biking,Tue, 03 May 2016 13:28 UTChttp://veerle.duoh.com/modernhomedesign/article/aster_commuter_backpack#When:13:28Bike to and at work!http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/modern-home-design/~3/d7AZ8cx1RtU/bike_to_and_at_work
http://veerle.duoh.com/modernhomedesign/article/bike_to_and_at_work#When:17:20The story of today takes place in Chicago, more specifically in a former cold storage warehouse in the historical Fulton Market district. In that 72,000-square-foot facility the second largest manufacturer of bicycle components <a href="https://www.sram.com/">SRAM,</a> has opened its new headquarters last Summer.<div class="col1234"><img src="http://images.veerle.duoh.com/uploads/home-article-images/sram-1.jpg" alt="" height="628" width="942" class="noborder" /></div>
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<h3>The Power of Bicycles</h3>
<p>The new headquarters are designed by global architecture and design firm Perkins+Will. The SRAM executives wanted the new place to be a fun and exciting place to work, but also one that would reflect the ethos of the company as a leader in the bicycle industry.</p>
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<blockquote><p>We believe in the power of bicycles to transform lives, and, in this new space, our culture celebrates that.</p></blockquote><cite>&#8201;&#8212;&#8201;David Zimberoff, vice president of marketing for SRAM</cite><br /><br />
<p>Everything is built around biking culture as you’ll notice from all the details in the photos. Details such as bike-taped door pulls, drawer pulls made from components that <strong>SRAM</strong> manufactures. The crown jewel however is a <strong>200m cycling track</strong> around the office painted with the same graphics that Chicago uses on its bike lanes. That track is an essential part in testing new gear coming out of SRAM’s labs.</p>
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<h3>Cycling Culture</h3>
<p>Speaking about cycling, most of SRAM's 150 Chicago employees bike to work so there’s a large storage space in the buildings basement with 200 bike racks. Employees also have a locker room with showers and a bike washing station to keep their pride & joy clean after a rainy commute. The employees also led a contest to design 200 more custom racks situated near their workstations upstairs, each of which display the bike like a trophy.</p>
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<p>Most of the workstations are all situated in an open-plan space, and each employee has a sit/stand desk. There are only four private offices in SRAM's 72,000-square-foot HQ. The rest are several types of open and enclosed meeting spaces that provide multiple options for collaboration. The SRAM café functions as an all-day work space used for casual meetings or to facilitate larger gatherings like the viewing of a stage in the Tour de France. There’s also an outdoor terrace that spans around the office that could be used for informal meetings.</p>
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<blockquote><p>There was a lot of time spent really trying to figure out how to accommodate the unique requirements from the finance to graphic design departments.</p></blockquote><cite>&#8201;&#8212;&#8201;Joe Connell, design principal at Perkins+Will</cite><br /><br />
<p>Upstairs, the office space includes workspaces for product development and on-site machining and engineering of parts. The interior also carries SRAM’s signature red in architectural components, brand imagery, and furniture textiles. It’s needed to have such a big ‘lifestyle of bikes’ attraction as the competition for employees is tough.</p>
<blockquote><p>We compete these days with companies like Google—which actually occupies the five floors above us—and the amenities and perks they offer.</p></blockquote><cite>&#8201;&#8212;&#8201;David Zimberoff, vice president of marketing for SRAM</cite><br /><br />
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<p>Sounds like a really cool place to work and I wouldn’t mind using the latest <a href="https://www.sram.com/sram/road/family/sram-red-etap">SRAM eTap</a> if I worked there :)</p>
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http://veerle.duoh.com/modernhomedesign/article/a_film_about_vitra#When:14:37I've always been a fan of great design. When referring to great design in the furniture world you most likely end up at Vitra. <a href="https://www.vitra.com">Vitra</a> has been a family business for eighty years.<div class="col234">
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<p>According to their manifest <strong>Vitra</strong> believes in lasting relationships with customers, employees and designers, durable products, sustainable growth and the power of good design. The company recently released a new video that you should view. Creating innovative products and concepts with great designers is Vitra's essence. In this video you'll see <strong>Eames Demetrios</strong>, grandson of <a href="http://veerle-v2.duoh.com/blog/comments/design_icons_charles_and_ray_eames/">Charles and Ray Eames</a>, and top designers like <strong>Jay Osgerby</strong>, <strong>Hella Jongerius</strong> and <a href="http://veerle.duoh.com/modernhomedesign/article/the_bouroullec_brothers">Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec</a> talk about the history and the achievements of the Swiss furniture company. Enjoy!</p></div>
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http://veerle.duoh.com/modernhomedesign/article/2015_a_year_on_the_bicycle#When:12:17A new year just started and like every year many people set goals and promises that they will try to do better. Usually that doesn’t last long and it is back to business as usual. I'm not one of those people :)<div class="col234">
<h3>Excuses, excuses…</h3>
<p>When I say that I love my bicycle I really mean it. Some say that they miss it or put in their online profile that they love riding it but in reality they almost never do. That’s something I don’t understand. If you say you love it, you should be on it as much as possible. Anything less are just excuses or just hipster talk and no action. No time, family, too busy etc I’ve heard it all. Honestly, it’s just is a matter of priorities. For me that is less books to read, less TV, less time for my blog, less time with family etc. If you really love it as much as I do that’s not a hard thing to do. The benefits are so worth it. I’m addicted to it. When I’m not on it for a week it feels like a month and I need my fix. So how much did I ride that lovely invention? Find out below…</p>
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<p><a href="http://insights.strava.com/">Strava</a> released their 2015 data and it’s quite impressive. Every second <em>5,3 activities</em> are uploaded, accounting for <strong>115.788.472 bike rides in total </strong>world wide. That’s a total of <strong>4.145.814.539 kilometers</strong>. Sunday the <em>7th of June</em> was the most populair cycling day btw. So how much of that big pile of data is from Belgium?</p>
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<p>I had a small part in the <strong>1.817.939 individual ride</strong>s that were uploaded to Strava in Belgium. Together we rode <strong>96.352.324 kilometers</strong>. For a country that supposedly is flat we climbed our fair share, <strong>531.782.235 altitude meters</strong> to be exact. The province (East-Flanders) were I live in is the most active province of Belgium with <strong>320.683 activities</strong>. In Belgium the most populair day of the year was <em>May 24th</em>. The average distance per individual is <strong>61 kilometer</strong> for men and <strong>52 kilometer</strong> for women. The average time in the saddle is pretty similar with <strong>2h20m</strong> for women and <strong>2h25m</strong> for men. What about average speed? Per individual ride the average speed was <strong>22,6km/h</strong> for women and <strong>25,6km/h</strong> for men. Many of the athletes that are on Strava also ride their bike to work as part of their daily routine. That accounts for <strong>7.278 bike rides per week</strong> and <strong>23,9 kilometer</strong> from door to door. So what about you? No excuses anymore and get on that bike. I promise once you do it regularly you’ll love it. Bicycling is zen!</p>
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http://veerle.duoh.com/modernhomedesign/article/inside_vsco#When:15:27Working in an inspiring environment is essential for a designer like me. It affects my mood and creates a comfy surrounding to be at your best. It’s great to see that many of these young companies are paying much attention to just that. Let's make a jump to Oakland, California.<div class="col1234"><img src="http://images.veerle.duoh.com/uploads/home-article-images/VSCO_02-1050x700.jpg" alt="VSCO Office Space" height="618" width="927" class="noborder" /></div>
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<h3>VSCO Headquarters</h3>
<p>One of those is <a href="https://vsco.co/">VSCO</a>, creators of the lovely <a href="http://vsco.co/vscocam">VSCO Cam</a> and <a href="http://vsco.co/film">VSCO Film</a>. Let’s take a look at their headquarters in Oakland. They recently moved to this 24,000 square feet historic building located at 1500 Broadway in Oakland, California. The space was stripped from all unnecessary fixtures by <strong>DeBartolo Architects</strong> and built by <strong>Flory Construction</strong>. What was left was mostly structural wood, concrete and glass and open space. There’s a minimal amount of partitions to encourage collaboration. The space is split into two connected workspaces with communal seating and glass conference rooms in the middle.</p>
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<p class="small">Photos by Mariko Reed</p>
</div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/modern-home-design/~4/7lMg0bCcmq0" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Interior,Wed, 25 Nov 2015 15:27 UTChttp://veerle.duoh.com/modernhomedesign/article/inside_vsco#When:15:27The story behind Designcollectorshttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/modern-home-design/~3/HtxrjRZkuhI/the_story_behind_designcollectors
http://veerle.duoh.com/modernhomedesign/article/the_story_behind_designcollectors#When:13:53It's probably no coincidence that you are reading my blog. After all, it's high likely that you are a <em>design lover</em> as well and you want to know everything about it. Today's article is the story behind <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com">Designcollectors</a>, a long time lovely client of mine. The people behind Designcollectors share this passion as well. <div class="col234">
<p>All their life, they have been <strong>fascinated by architecture and design</strong>, like the furniture by <em>Vitra</em>, <em>Artek</em> and <em>Thonet</em>. Surely, you are looking forward to meeting <strong>Tine Castelein</strong>, who runs the web shop and the other logistical activities of the family business together with her sister Charlotte and her brother Pieter.</p>
<h3>Fascinated by design</h3>
<p>Already at a young age, Tine learned to look at and enjoy beautiful things. It was always inevitable that she would take this interest forward into her professional life. On 1 April 2009, that dream turned into reality when the web shop with the <strong><a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/brand/192/vitra/">Vitra Home collection</a></strong> went online. Since then, the collection was expanded to include <strong><a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/brand/194/artek/">Artek</a></strong> and <strong><a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/brand/193/thonet/">Thonet</a></strong>, as well as the unique <strong><a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/brand/195/maharam/">bags by Maharam</a></strong>. Today, <strong>Designcollectors</strong> has <strong>the largest <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/products-in-stock/">stock</a> in Europe</strong>, which allows sister company and experienced logistical partner <a href="http://www.castelein.com/">Castelein</a> to deliver everything fast and with great care.</p>
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<blockquote class="special"><p>In 2009, we started <strong>Designcollectors</strong> based on an interest for architecture and design. Our idea: ensure <strong>a large <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/products-in-stock/">stock</a></strong> to serve our customers across Europe fast.<br /></p></blockquote><cite>&#8212;&#8201;Tine Castelein</cite>
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<h3>Favorite designs</h3>
<p>I'm honored that Tine let us have a tour of her beautiful house. It's not a surprise that at home Tine also surrounds herself with her favorite furniture. The designs by <strong><a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/designer/431/aalto-alvar/">Alvar Aalto</a></strong>, <strong><a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/designer/322/noguchi-isamu/">Isamu Noguchi</a></strong>, <strong><a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/designer/326/prouve-jean/">Jean Prouv&eacute;</a></strong>, <strong><a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/designer/312/eames-charles-and-ray/">Charles &amp; Ray Eames</a></strong> are a perfect match for the modernist home she was fortunate to buy with her husband. The bungalow was constructed in 1964 by friends of her parents, and the building had fascinated Tine from a young age. The house needed some thorough renovations, but the layout was kept. The spacious home without any stairs is perfect for the family with three kids.</p>
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<p>The bungalow was constructed in 1964 by modernist Architect <a href="https://nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthur_Degeyter">Arthur Degeyter</a> (link in Dutch), and the building had fascinated Tine from a young age.</p>
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<p>&ldquo;The large entrance hall and hallway make for a central axis, where the kids play all day.&rdquo;</p>
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<p>The kids are sitting on Vitra <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1175/vitra-wire-chair-dkr/">DKR Wire Chairs</a>, while a few Vitra <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1415/vitra-millerstripe---multicolored-bright/">Millerstripe Bright cushions</a> are adding a colorful touch.</p>
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<p>Vitra <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1078/vitra-butterfly-stool/">Butterfly stool</a>, <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1340/vitra-nestable/">Nestable</a>, <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1433/vitra-lounge-chair-and-ottoman/">Lounge Chair &amp; Ottoman</a> and <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1049/vitra-coffee-table/">Coffee table</a> are completing the interior.</p>
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<p>The Bench is a design by George Nelson found in <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/category/293/stools-and-benches/">stools &amp; benches</a></p>
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<p>Marie is sitting at a&nbsp;<a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1656/vitra-compas-direction/">Vitra Compas Direction</a>, and on a pink&nbsp;<a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1752/vitra-aluminium-group-ea-104-swivel-with-armrests/">EA 104 </a> chair...</p>
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<p>... while the boys are sitting on natural lacquered <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1589/artek-k65-high-chair-natural-lacquered/">Artek K65 high chairs</a>. Also in the room: a <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1302/vitra-akari-26a--21a--15a/">Vitra Akari Hanglamp</a>, and <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1693/artek-710-day-bed/">Artek daybed</a></p>
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<p>Vitra <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1045/vitra-organic-chair/">Organic chair</a> and <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1345/vitra-cone-clock/">Cone Clock</a>.</p>
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<p>The three legged <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1583/artek-60-stool-3-legs-natural-lacquered/">Artek 60 Stool</a> is a handy allrounder&nbsp;that fits anywhere.</p>
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<p>The <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1748/rotary-tray/">Rotary Tray</a> designed by Jasper Morisson, is currenty serving as a candy tray.</p>
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<p>One of Tine&rsquo;s favourite pieces from the <strong>Designcollectors</strong> range is the <strong><a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1602/artek-900-tea-trolley/">Artek Tea Trolley</a></strong>. This design by <strong>Alvar Aalto</strong> from <strong>1937</strong> has been given a prominent place in her own living room.</p>
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<p>In the photo above we find: Vitra <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1428/vitra-ball-clock---blackbrass/">Ball Clock</a>, <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1176/vitra-wire-chair-dkr-5/">Wire Chair DKR-5</a>, <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1083/vitra-nelson-bench/">Nelson Bench</a>, and <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1643/thonet-209/">Thonet 209 chair</a>, <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/category/298/textiles/">cushions and other textiles</a>.</p>
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<p>In Tine's office corner we find a Vitra <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1438/vitra-soft-pad-group-ea-217/">Soft Pad Group EA 217</a>, <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1661/vitra-tabouret-solvay/">Tabouret Solvay</a>, <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/subcategory/397/vitra-wooden-dolls/">Wooden Dolls</a> and <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1343/vitra-night-clock/">Night Clock</a>.</p>
<p>The <strong><a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/category/296/children/">kids</a></strong>&rsquo; rooms were also furnished with pieces from <strong>Designcollectors</strong>. After all, quality furniture can handle a knock or two! And, as the twig is bent&hellip; the tree is inclined.</p>
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<p>In Simon's room we find a <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1329/vitra-eames-elephant/">Vitra Eames Elephant</a>, <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1062/vitra-occasional-table-ltr/">Vitra Occasional Table LTR</a> to put some books on, a <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1641/thonet-s-43-k/">Thonet S 43 K</a> as chair, and a <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1633/thonet-b-97/">Thonet B 97</a> as desk.</p>
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<p>Felix is sitting on an <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1588/artek-n65-childrens-chair/">Artek N65 childrens chair</a>. The <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1601/artek-112b-wall-shelf/">Artek 112B Wall Shelf</a> is installed upside down and serves as a handy desk. A <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1265/vitra-akari-1ad/">Vitra Akari 1AD</a> is sitting on the windowsill.</p>
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<p>Kids always love the iconic <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1047/vitra-eames-plastic-armchair-rar/">rocking armchair</a> designed by Charles &amp; Ray Eames. The <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1267/vitra-akari-1ay/">Vitra Akari 1AY</a> adds some extra mood lighting to Marie's room at nightfall.</p>
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<p>In the garden, the <strong><a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/product/1081/vitra-elephant-stool/">Vitra Elephant Stool</a></strong> adds a nice touch (as well as playfull fun).</p>
<h3>Professional service</h3>
<p>Tine&rsquo;s passion for design also shows in the care for all products handled at her online shop <strong>Designcollectors</strong>, as well as in the quality of the <strong><a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/online-support/">customer service</a></strong>. It's a privilege to work for people that understand design and the fact that I get to see all this nice furniture too is a nice bonus. I'm currently in early phase of a redesign for their online shop. Hopefully this little tour inspired you to make your home as cozy as possible.</p>
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<p class="small">Photos by <a href="http://www.biekeclaessens.be/">Bieke Claessens</a></p>
</div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/modern-home-design/~4/HtxrjRZkuhI" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Interior,Wed, 23 Sep 2015 13:53 UTChttp://veerle.duoh.com/modernhomedesign/article/the_story_behind_designcollectors#When:13:53Wooden Wonderlandhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/modern-home-design/~3/ocdi8nhLqEE/wooden_wonderland
http://veerle.duoh.com/modernhomedesign/article/wooden_wonderland#When:08:34Wood has always fascinated me. It's also a wonderful material for long lasting toys. The item that has our attention today could be described as a toy for 'grown ups'. The product ticks off all my designer boxes, namely great color combinations, geometric shapes. You can use your imagination to build space ships, castles, an entire village or just a regular house. I like items that can take on another form when you are tired of looking at it.<div class="col1234"><img src="http://images.veerle.duoh.com/uploads/home-article-images/wooden-wonderland-big.jpg" alt="Wooden Wonderland by Hay" height="629" width="942" class="noborder" /></div>
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<h3>Created by Lee Storm</h3>
<p>The playful <a href="http://www.hayminimarket.com/en/hay/accessories/play/wooden-wonderland">Wooden Wonderland</a> blocks come in a set of 16 colorful geometric shapes and sizes and are created by the Danish based design duo <a href="http://www.leestorm.dk/">Lee Storm</a> for Danish brand <a href="http://www.hay.dk/">HAY</a>. These charming wooden blocks are created in <em>Anise wood</em> and are available in two color combinations - pink and green. The <strong>Wooden Wonderland</strong> blocks are stylish and contemporary enough to made it on my '<em>want</em>' list. Best of all the price is reasonable at under €60.</p>
<img src="http://images.veerle.duoh.com/uploads/home-article-images/Wooden-Wonderland-green.jpg" alt="" height="440" width="710" class="noborder" />
</div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/modern-home-design/~4/ocdi8nhLqEE" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Interior,Tue, 01 Sep 2015 08:34 UTChttp://veerle.duoh.com/modernhomedesign/article/wooden_wonderland#When:08:34